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Pope Francis's successor, Pope Leo, led the traditional Sunday prayers at the Vatican, delivering an address and blessing to crowds gathered in St. Peter's Square. Observers are watching his early public appearances closely for signals about his priorities and style as the new head of the Catholic Church.
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Pope Leo held his general audience, the traditional weekly gathering where he addresses pilgrims and visitors in St. Peter's Square. The event continues the papal custom of catechesis and greetings to faithful from around the world, drawing attention as observers follow the new pontiff's early activities and messages.
- 3Pope Leo resumes public duties after lung surgery▼Pope Leo vowed to slowly resume his usual activities as he greeted crowds in St. Peter's Square during his first public
Pope Leo greeted crowds in St. Peter's Square in his first public appearance since undergoing surgery for lung cancer five days earlier. He vowed to slowly resume his usual activities as he recovers. The appearance reassured Catholics watching closely for signs of the pope's health following the operation.
- 4Pope Leo says he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgery●Pope Leo tells faithful in St. Peter's Square he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgery
Pope Leo addressed the faithful in St. Peter's Square, telling them he will gradually return to his duties following surgery for cancer. The announcement offers the first direct confirmation from the pontiff about his health, reassuring worshippers about his recovery and capacity to lead the Catholic Church going forward.
- 5Faithful welcome Pope Leo back for Sunday blessing after cancer surgery▼Faithful gather to welcome Pope Leo back for Sunday blessing after cancer surgery
Crowds of faithful gathered in St Peter's Square to welcome Pope Leo as he returned to lead his regular Sunday blessing following surgery for cancer. Worshippers cheered and offered well wishes as the pontiff appeared on the balcony, his first public appearance since the operation. The warm reception underlined strong public support and attention to the pope's health and recovery.